BIRD-WATCHING FOR BEGINNERS Why May Is the Best Month to Start
Bird-watching is like a lifelong scavenger hunt that you can play anywhere on Earth. The activity provides a mixture of science, travel, and beauty, and it is a chance to get outside for feathered adventures and quiet reflection. The month of May is a great time of year to go birding because rising temperatures prompt spring migration. So if you are eager to begin bird-watching, there is no better time than now. Here are some tips to get started. Educate Yourself Thousands of species of birds span all corners of the globe. That is why finding them is an exciting prospect — there is no end to the hunt! Start by researching birds that are native to your location. Purchase a field guide with pictures of each bird and maps of their range and use it to figure out where different birds live. From there, it is easy to pick your first spotting goal. You can even get yourself extra excited by watching a few bird documentaries. Gear Up One of the best things about birding is that you do not need a lot of equipment to do it.
As long as you have got your field guide and comfortable walking shoes, the only other thing you will need is a pair of binoculars. And they do not have to be fancy. As long as they can zoom in on faraway trees and perches, they will work for now. You can always upgrade later. Go Exploring Your very first birding excursion is important because you do not want to be overwhelmed or underwhelmed. So use your field guide to home in on a single bird and go find it. It may be local, or you can plan a trip to a specific bird’s natural habitat. Stay focused and do not get distracted by other species. The thrill that comes with spotting your first bird will keep you coming back to find the rest. Bird-watching is a wonderful hobby because it is easy to get started and can last a lifetime. As long as you can walk, drive, or look out a window, you can be a birder. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and find some birds!
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Ingredients
For the chocolate shells: • 2 cups chocolate chips • 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the mousse filling: • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips • 2 cups heavy cream • 2/3 cup powdered sugar • 6-7 large strawberries, sliced for serving
directions
1. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in 30 second intervals. Stir well. 2. Spoon about 1 1/2 tbsp of melted chocolate into each liner. Gently tilt muffin tin to coat the bottom and sides of liners. Refrigerate until hardened, 1 hour. 3. Meanwhile, make filling: In a microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips in 30 second intervals. Let cool slightly. 4. In a medium bowl using a hand mixer, beat heavy cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Add about 2 tbsp of cooled melted chocolate and continue to beat until incorporated. Add remaining melted chocolate and fold in until just combined. Refrigerate 1 hour. 5. Carefully unwrap chocolate cups from liners. Place mousse into a piping bag fitted with an open star tip and pipe into cups. Garnish with a strawberry slice and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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